A project to ascertain first year students’ views on their experiences during the first six weeks of study at the University has now reported. The project aimed to identify student perceptions of good practice and potential improvements. The focus on the first six weeks is important because of the vital and formative period in which expectations and good study habits can be established. Thirty-eight first year students, twenty-two male and fourteen female, provided feedback.  The sample included students from all six UW institutes, with international and disabled students represented in each group. Participants took part in focus groups to consider experience in relation five key areas: staff expectations (inside and outside the classroom), teaching methods, support and guidance, the online learning environment and learning spaces…. Read moreFirst six weeks project